In recent years, tourist trips to the countries of Northern Europe have become very popular. Staying in states with the usual, but rather mild climate and high general culture, allows you to relax without overstressing the body's adaptation processes. In addition, the ancient history of the northern countries, modern entertainment facilities and unique natural formations cause a lot of positive impressions among representatives of all generations.
It is known for its sights Savonlinna - a Finnish city, located 4 hours drive from the capital of Finland - Helsinki. The amazing nature of the area strikes the purity of lakes and rivers, woodlands. About 40% of the city's territory is occupied by water, unusual bridges connect parts of the city, this explains the second name of Savonlinna - "Finnish Venice". Tens of thousands of tourists visit the city every year. Guests of Finland never have a problem, what to see in Savonlinna.
The fortress of Olavannlinna in Savonlinna
Initially, the fortress in Savonlinna, built in the XV century, was called Neishlott - a new fortress. Later it was renamed in honor of St. Olaf, patronizing the knights. The structure constructed by the Swedes was intended to protect against Russian troops, and could repeatedly withstand attempts to take it by storm. Since the twentieth century, the fortress is a historical museum and a platform for opera performances. Annually in Savonlinna there are famous opera festivals. Every summer, soloists of opera houses and fans of classical music from all over the world come here. The expositions of Savonlinna Castle help a modern man to find himself in the Middle Ages and to feel how our old ancestors lived.
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Family holidays in Savonlinna
Located in Savonlinna water park "Kesimaa" works only in the summer, as it is under the open sky. For family recreation, there is a water slide, swimming in a huge pool equipped with heating, golf in well-groomed areas. In the amusement park "Summer Country of Punkaharja" there are more than 40 rides, an autodrome, an artificial lake where you can go boating. You can have a snack in the cafe located in the park, and in the souvenir shop you can buy souvenirs.
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Activities in Savonlinna
The lakes in the Savonlinna area are a great place to relax. In the small tourist villages located on the banks, you can rent comfortable rooms in cottages to fish. Taimen, lake salmon and pike are caught here. Located near the Savonlinna lake Kolhonjärvi, also located cottage village Kuus-Hukkala, open all year round. On the territory there are a restaurant, a dance floor, a shop, a coastal sauna. In winter, you can take a stroll along the 3 km long ski track.
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The Mystical Forest of Savonlinna
Fans of all unusual and occult soul will have a trip to the Mystic Forest - a park of colorful concrete sculptures. Veyo Renksen - Finnish sculptures, created in his dacha Parikkala pantheon of strange eerie human figures and allowed to walk around his site to all comers. Now Renkessen is no longer alive, but as a memory of his disinterestedness there was a popular park.
In Savonlinna there are opportunities for good shopping: specialized stores offer sports goods, clothing, household appliances of famous brands. In the delicatessen shop (Olavinkatu street 33), you can buy extraordinarily delicious food.
Rest in Finnish Savonlinna will give peace to your soul and enrich you with unforgettable impressions! And then you can travel around the country and visit other interesting cities: Helsinki , Imatra and Lappeenranta .